Spices: Prevention of the disease through food

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The generous and varied use of spices enriches the flavor, smell, and appearance of food. To this we must add the important benefits in the prevention of the diseases that affect us the most, as well as in the maintenance of a good state of health. You can find an update on the subject in this book. 

Spices that reduce the risk of suffering cancer from and other diseases!

This book describes the origin, traditional uses, main bioactive compounds, and beneficial health properties of spices. The studies carried out have verified a series of beneficial health properties, such as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, antifungal, antiviral, analgesic, antipyretic, antispasmodic, antidiabetic, nephroprotection, cardioprotective, neuroprotective, and anticancer, among others. Adhering to a diet with frequent and varied use of spices is a healthy diet with a very interesting role in protecting against the diseases that most affect the population. Despite this, spices should not be used as remedies to treat diseases; it is the family doctor who will guide the treatment of different ailments. Rather, they are an excellent complement to food to maintain well-being and good health.

35 spices have been included in the book: 

Annatto, caper, garlic, celery, mugwort, saffron, cinnamon, cardamom, onion, cloves, cumin, turmeric, juniper, lavender, tarragon, galangal, peppermint, hyssop, ginger, bay leaf, mace, mint, mustard, nutmeg, parsley, paprika, pepper, pennyroyal, rosemary, sage, savory, tejpat, thyme, vanilla, and zedoaria.

Edible tubers. Preventing Disease Through Food

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For those interested in health care, I put for your consideration this book that collects updated information on the health benefits of edible tubers. We have selected that includes potato, sweet potato, yam, taro, cassava, oca, beetroot, carrot, radish, turnip, kohlrabi, tiger nuts, turmeric, ginseng, ginger, celery root, arracacha, jicama, konjac, mashua, ulluco, yacon, wasabi, parsnip and salsify. I hope it is of interest to you. Several edible tubers are considered superfoods due to their rich nutritional profiles and health benefits. These include sweet potato, cassava, yam, and turmeric

Edible tubers are underground plants that store essential nutrients and have become a vital source of nourishment for many cultures around the world. These foods are not only rich in carbohydrates, but also provide vitamins, minerals, dietary fiber, protein, and phytochemicals. Tubers are vital components of a balanced diet. The health benefits of each of them can be found in this book. A diet that includes edible tubers helps prevent the diseases that affect us most.

Edible mushrooms: Preventing Disease Through Food

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For those interested in health care, I put for your consideration this book that collects updated information on the health benefits of edible mushrooms. We have selected the 26 most consumed and with the most interest in health. 

Edible mushrooms are nowadays widely valued as foods with high nutritional value due to their contributions in vitamins, minerals, proteins, dietary fiber, carbohydrates, fats and their low sodium and calorie content. The aim is to update the health benefits of the most consumed mushrooms. Among these are described: anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, anti-infective, weight control, antidiabetic, antimicrobial, antioxidant, prebiotic effect, antitumor, anticarcinogen, sunscreen, antiasthmatic, antihypertensive, immunomodulatory, cardioprotective, nephroprotective and neuroprotective. The message to consider is that edible mushrooms improve human health and promote a better quality of life.

Nobel Prize in Physiology and Medicine: Stories of effort and dedication

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In this book we compile the most relevant information about each of the laureates, examples of effort and dedication. Among the winners you will find marriages, awards that have sparked controversy, a laureate who rejected the prize, another who was awarded posthumously, a laureate of only 32 years old and the oldest at 87 years old, as well as other curiosities. The Nobel Prizes in Physiology and Medicine not only honor individual achievements but also reflect collective progress in medical science. 

Since its first award in 1901, the Nobel Prizes in Physiology and Medicine have recognized the most significant advances in the field of medicine and biology. These awards, given by Sweden's Karolinska Institutet, have celebrated discoveries that have revolutionized our understanding of health and disease. From 1901 to 2024, a total of 227 Nobel Prizes in Physiology and Medicine have been awarded. These awards have been given to individuals and teams whose contributions have marked milestones in medical science. As research progresses, these awards will continue to be a symbol of excellence and dedication in the study of human life and health.

Legumes: Preventing Disease Through Food

 

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For those interested in health care, I put for your consideration this book that collects updated information on the health benefits of legumes. We have selected that includes beans, chickpeas, lentils, peas, broad beans, alfalfa, morta, lupine, soy, peanut and green beans. 

Legumes are a food group that includes beans, lentils, chickpeas, peas, and fava beans, among others. These foods have been a fundamental part of the diets of various cultures throughout history. Today, they are widely recommended by nutritionists and health experts due to their impressive nutritional profile and multiple health benefits. The reasons why legumes deserve a prominent place in a healthy and balanced diet are discussed in the book.

Rare Diseases: Challenges and Advances in Treatment

 

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Rare diseases, defined by their low prevalence and mostly of genetic origin, have evolved from being little-known and untreated pathologies to a field with significant advances. This progress is due to the development of orphan drugs, advanced therapies such as gene and cell therapies, and growing medical and social recognition. Despite persistent challenges in diagnosis, access, and cost, the outlook is increasingly promising thanks to increased research and approvals of innovative therapies by agencies such as the FDA. In this book we discuss advances in treatment, driving the development of specific drugs. I hope it is of interest to you.

Historically, these diseases were described in a fragmented way, which made them difficult to identify and treat, generating uncertainty in patients. Currently, more than 9,000 rare diseases have been identified that affect millions of people, although each one has a very low prevalence. 80% have a genetic origin, although there are also infectious, autoimmune or unknown causes. Diagnosis remains complex due to the lack of information and specialists.

Among the most studied and best-known rare diseases are: Cystic fibrosis, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, Hemophilia, Huntington's disease, Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Phenylketonuria and Gaucher disease. On the other hand, among the rare diseases with innovative treatments are: Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), Hemophilia (gene therapies), Leber's congenital amaurosis (LCA), Metachromatic leukodystrophy, Gaucher disease, Lysosomal acid lipase deficiency (severe), Acute hepatic porphyria and Pompe disease.

MEDICAL MISSION IN ANGOLA 1978-1979

 

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I take this opportunity to present this personal diary that I carefully kept and curated during my work as a doctor during the Angolan Civil War. The transcript is faithful to the original, although the names of most people have been withheld out of respect for confidentiality. It is essentially a testimony to the ongoing difficulties and shortages of care for the sick and wounded at that time. 

This book is the author's biographical account of daily notes taken as a volunteer on a medical mission to Angola during the Civil War. The events took place between November 16, 1978, and December 13, 1979. Scenes include the Maquela do Zombo, Damba, and Uige hospitals in the Angolan province of Uige in the north of the country. The spirit is to recognize all those people who, in very unfavourable conditions, have tried their best to take care of the sick and wounded who came daily in search of care. 

The work of nurses, assistants, and managers of hospitals and health centers in the various municipalities stands out. Likewise, the support and collaboration of the civil and military authorities of the various municipalities. Special mention to the nurses of the Catholic Missions who helped the young doctor on several occasions.

35 HEALTHY PHYTOCHEMICALS: Natural source to prevent diseases

 

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Nice to introduce you to this book that includes updated information on the health benefits of phytochemicals present in foods. Its role in the prevention of the most prevalent diseases is very important. I hope it is of interest to you. Thank you. A cordial greeting. Dr. Gelpi

¡Phytochemicals that reduce the risk of cancer and other diseases!

This book is intended to provide information on the properties of phytochemicals, a natural source found in spices, fruits, vegetables, and other foods. A description of the benefits it brings to health is made, considering the results of the research that has been carried out on them in recent years. 

The contribution of an abundant consumption of phytochemicals to the goal of a long and healthy life is very important due to its properties; its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects stand out. 

A healthy diet rich in phytochemicals has a significant volume of studies that place it as recommended for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases, fatty liver and fibrosis, kidney damage, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease, different types of cancer, and many other chronic diseases that are non-communicable. 

The 35 phytochemicals are:

Caffeic acid, Chlorogenic acid, Ferulic acid, Phytic acid, Gallic acid, Alpha-carotene, Anthocyanins, Apigenin, Astaxanthin, Beta-carotene, Capsaicin, Catechins, Cinnamaldehyde, Coriandrol, Curcumin, Cryptoxanthin, Daidzein, Phytosterols, Genistein, Glucobrassicin, Hesperidin, Kaempferol, Lycopene, Lignans, Limonoids, Lutein, Naringenin, Piperine, Quercetin, Resveratrol, Rutin, Saponins, Sinigrin, Tocopherols, and Zeaxanthin.